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Writers

Mike Mariani

Religion

American Exorcism

Priests are fielding more requests than ever for help with demonic possession, and a centuries-old practice is finding new footing in the modern world.

Mike Mariani The Atlantic Dec 2018 25min Permalink

Crime

The Would-Be Terrorist vs. the FBI

The story of a marginalized, mentally ill young man who drew the FBI’s attention with his social-media posts and then staggered into its elaborately constructed snare.

Mike Mariani GQ Nov 2018 25min Permalink

Crime

All-American Extremists

In 2015, two bright Mississippi State college students started dating. Months later, they were planning their life together—alongside ISIS.

Mike Mariani Psychology Today Nov 2017 20min Permalink

Best Article Crime Science

Promethea Unbound

A child genius living in poverty, her mother, and the benefactor who became their tormenter.

Mike Mariani The Atavist Oct 2017 50min Permalink